With all the attention being paid to the acquisitions the New York Islanders are trying to make this season, we’re forgetting about the immediate future of this roster. The Islanders are looking to make big moves now, but how will that impact the future?
As in what happens after the 2019-20 season?
At the end of 2019-20 The Islanders have three big RFAs that will need a new deal; Mathew Barzal, Ryan Pulock, Devon Toews will be without a contract. If the Islanders bring in another top-six forward with a top-six forward cap hit they won’t be left with much room in 2019-20 to re-sign their RFAs.